Personally I love these Ozark trips. Everybody and there mother does Utah, Arizona, Colorado etc. And you see the same stuff just different people/rigs doing it. This is truly unique. The Ozarks also don't get the love like you were talking about NM. Done any trips in St. Francis National Forest? Good stuff!!

That feeling of wanting to explore is very primal. It comes from your ancient ancestors. Feed that feeling, it pushes humanity forward.

Love to explore. It is why we have always been in to ohv. Started with a 76 F250 highboy on 38" TSL. Now the Bronco, dirt bikes four wheelers and side by side. Look forward to seeing Y'all at the Expo. I will be there!

Sometimes just getting out of the house into nature is the best feeling.

Love wheeling in the winter because you can see so much that you can’t see when the leaves are on.

I overland/off-road with a VERY capable 02’ JEEP WJ. Got all the recovery equipment. I go solo mainly and I LOVE IT !!! I

I love the views of wheeling in the summer or fall but winter time is so much more comfortable to us, enjoying a fire while hanging out at camp, staying warm while cooking and heater for sleeping equals way more enjoyable than sweating your butt off anytime you’re out of the vehicle!

The Ozark winter is a central New York Fall. Fall is the best time of the year. So agree with you. 😀

I believe that desire to explore is just second nature to you Matt..and I feel the same about myself. I can travel trails I have been on many times and I am still just happy to be here. Thank You so much for what you do for us viewers. I get to ride along with you and not even leave the driveway but nothing better than going and seeing it in person.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thank you!!

1st thing is I grew up in the 80s on the Arkansas river in cimarron Kansas we still had water at that time and learn how to back float in the river miss it so much so envious of you guys that still have rivers all we can do now is drive down the sand in the river bed because we have no water here Trying to get into Overlanding love Colorado been 5 times in the last 3 years just got a JLU that I am trying to set up for Overlanding like your wife's love the KZread videos your welcome here anytime

I applaud you for chasing your dreams!! the only thing that holds us all back is fear.

Enjoyed your video! I too love to explore and sometimes go alone. The peace of the woods is great stuff. Good for the soul. Been on many of them, many more to explore. Thanks for what you and Cara do!!

I love to go roam and explore!! I also love the wintertime. No mosquitoes and you can see through the trees and all the cool features in the creeks can be seen easier.

I agree with Cara love the fall

When I bought my pick up I would go down country dirt roads to find where they led. But gas got high so I stopped going on adventures. But lately I have a need to get back out in nature to find where I fit and to find my joy again. I lost my mother to Covid vaccination so I feel lost. But I always felt very spiritual when I was out in nature exploring. As a kid we spent Sundays going in backroads of Arkansas. My dad is from the base of Mt. Magazine so he really had a lot available for fishing and hunting I live in NWA where there is a lot of natural beauty to find. Even though gas is expensive still little day trips aren’t so bad to do. So glad I found your channel to gleam info from.

Honestly, as of right now I go to my old stomping grounds, but I would absolutely love to go out and explore more. My issue with it is I enjoy doing it with others and we all take it in together and I don't have anyone to go out with. I've joined a few local overlanding Facebook groups so hopefully that will change in the very near future!

I mix things up! I love to explore and see new things, but there are also some great trails to go back to every now and again. My father in law picked up a Jeep so taking him out to some of those trails is fun.

Definitely share that desire to explore and adventure new places 👌🏼 going to old stomping grounds is always nice but finding new places is hard to beat

I love finding new places, but the old trails are like old friends, wonderful in the best way. I’m still new to being the driver, and new to my 2006 Tacoma, so I’m still doing easy trails when I’m out by myself. I’d love to do more winter exploring, but Northern California has a TON of snow right now, so I’ll have to wait. I see a diesel heater in my future!

Here in East Tennessee, I have been on "roads" where my Tacoma was getting scratched on both sides by the brush and branches. This is the reason I prefer a full front end brush bar on a bumper (preferably with brush cables), and running board style rock sliders (as opposed to the type that tuck tight against the rocker).

Wheeling in winter you ask. There are a bunch of us hitting the trails around Black Lake in Onaway Michigan tomorrow morning. There is snow on the ground and a high temp expected tomorrow of 28 degrees Fahrenheit.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Sounds awesome!!

Matt, You can be like those of us from Pittsburgh and say: “watch out that mud hole is really slippy!” Lol

My husband and I have always enjoyed off-roading and exploring. But, we’ve never done as much of it as we would like. Since finding your channel you have motivated us to get serious about it and start exploring the Ozarks. I also love the winter when you can see things the trees block in other seasons. You and your wife are so inspiring. Thanks for all the work you put into your channel.

Wander in Wonder. With the eyes of a child. Thanks for sharing.

In the Pacific North West winter is grey and wet. Really wet. And grey. I prefer summertime, thank you. Best of luck on your health goals. I stopped drinking sodas and alcohol years ago. You won't miss it. I have "itchy feet" too. I don't like to be in one place, I heard it described recently as "Be a traveller not a tourist" That fits.

Love it and I'm right there with you. Also, when you said "It's a beautiful little waterfall..." I heard it in the voice of Bob Ross and was picturing you painting a portrait of said waterfall, lol.

Great video Matt! Just another reason for me to make the trip from Florida one of these days!

Love the thoughts (and channel) Matt (and Cara)... but your thoughts on getting out and exploring... BEFORE time runs out... it resonates a million times over! Thanks for bringing us along... safe travels you guys!

wow may God keep Blessing you and your family. nice Rollin

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thank you! You too!

Old trails that you have traveled before are great to use when you want to plan something with others. Exploring new trails is what I love to do. Like you, it's the adventure of finding something better and new. That is why I am looking forward to retirement this March and hitting the trails back east. Living in AZ we don't have winter or spring time trees, the cacti look the same year round. I will be in your neck of the woods for at least a week or maybe 2. No schedule, timeframe or agenda ( except gathering the southeastern JBOH's) 🙌

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Sounds amazing!!

This is a cool area, we have spent a fair amount of time exploring this area since we live fairly close to it.

I love going out in winter as well. You don’t sweat and like you said, No Bugs! LOL As to running solo, It’s peaceful and very relaxing. Just need to know the area, let someone know your travel plans and have check in times. Keep up the great videos Matt! 👍

I definitely like to explore new places. I like a smaller rig, that’s why I sold my Land Cruiser. It just felt too big to me and had a tough time getting between the trees in the Ozarks. I now have a 2004 WJ. It’s size feels just right to me.

So eager to get my 4x4 and go exploring out there.

Always wanting to find new trails. Want to see what’s over the next hill or around the next curve.

No matter the destination, once I return the euphoria faids. I think of the trail or hike I didn't get to check out and the to desire to go again continues to build. (Like an itch that has to be scratched.) Your video's provide both a small fix and an insperation. Thank you.

Visiting old stomping grounds are nice but also I love the unknown. There are over 200 abandoned towns here in Ontario Canada, 10 of them are easily accessible but it's the more remote places i want to get to. :) The Ozarks are on my list for sure.

been struggling with my own issues with my new to me truck ( currently in the shop getting new torque converter and having a check engine code ran which is all covered by warranty ) however i can watch these videos and feel relaxed and for some reason given a sense of hope and excitement so thank you for what you do!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Hope you get your truck back soon!

The reason that most of the lakes/ponds are made it to provide water for the wildlife and to help provide emergency water for the tankers during a forest fire. this way they don't have to travel 100's of miles to the nearest runway just to load up with the much needed water.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Makes perfect sense.

21:02 is a killer spot.

Much props to the way you easily navigate through and around trees. Even in my nimble 2 door JLR I take it slower than probably most. Your rig is wide and long, and you handle it very well. Nothing like seat time!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thanks!

Exploring is ongoing for me Live in Indiana. I like to travel. I built a square top overland. Just got back from Arizona. CAl, Nevada, UT and Colorado. . Plan Georgia traverse in mid summer. I like all season Alan

Beats a day in the office.

i also got to deliver oil to loggers out in the middle of the woods for a while for my job so going out on the logging tracks and just seeing the wilderness that no one else has seen besides the people i was delivering too was a cool feeling and it was always something i looked forward to. Like think about it i basically got paid to go adventure which was pretty sick!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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I bet that was awesome.

Hi Matt, loved the video. The trails and water fall are so beautiful. I just love the Ozarks. One day I hope to explore the Ozarks. Thank you for the wonder content. 😊

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thanks!!

@ahmednesbitte4906

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@@OzarkOverlandAdventures Hi Matt, do you still use the speaker on your dashboard, if so what do use use? Thank you 😊

Nice trails, Matt.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thanks! 👍

I can't wait to see your video with TrailRecon. Very good vibes ahead! ❤✌️

I love all adventure! New spots are my favorite though.

I think our exploring changes from our mood and time available. If we are short on time, then a familiar trail is good as it allows us to get there quickly and enjoy it with little effort. If time is no factor then exploring is the way to go! I agree with you concerning New Mexico. It is a FANTASTIC place to explore and the landscape differs so much depending on the regions that you visit. We are from NM and love the land of enchantment. We truly love our home in NW Arkansas, but we do laugh when folks talk about the mountains in the Natural State. Growing up in NM we know what a real mountain looks like. haha! Thanks for the great video. Be safe and enjoy the week.

We're more into exploring new places thanks to you guys and Brad and Regena. We're heading to Ozark National Forest the weekend before Easter to experience some of what you've shown us on your channel. Our local Jeep club trails are cool but the adventure bug has bitten hard. Thank you for that!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Have fun!

Amazing video, can’t wait to visit the Ozarks. Planing trip for early July 2024. Family overlanding.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thank you!

I was going to make a comment that if I lived in any state but central Indiana I would have some nice relaxing trails to explore. But Matt, instead this weekend while my 05 LJ Rubi gets worked on I will look up some Forestry roads and BLM roads in this state and start my baby steps. If you have any quick tips to look up (I think you did a video on this back in the day) let me know.

Yes Matt, rule one of going off roading is go with a friend, but if you have the right gear, self recovery is an option, and you DO have the ability to call backup in an emergency... So you do have your bases covered. IMO the order of importance on a 4by is armor, then recovery gear, then everything else. My current truck is not adequately equipped (budget has not yet allowed for proper skids and a winch yet) so alas I have to pick where I wheel much more carefully. As a guy who is fast approaching 50, you are dead on about what is important in life... work and making a living is important, but people need to remember to experience life while they can. too many people live their life just to make money and work work work til they retire then find they are gettin too old to do the things they should of done when they were younger.

Love the videos man. Its nice to see someone else that just gets it. May I ask which county this video was shot in?

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Most of it is in Conway County I believe.

I love exploring new places but there are a few places I go back to whenever I can. One spot in Moab comes to mind…camp there every time I go. Love the short trip up to the hills in Arkansas and we always find a new spot when we go! Thanks for highlighting such an interesting area within a half day drive of my home!

Have you ever had to winch your self out of a jam on a solo trip LOL.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Oh yes. Look for an older video called I Was Stupid. That was a rough one. LOL.

@35:14 I thought I heard Cara say fall come on fall

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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She probably did. 😂😂

I've dome lots of solo camping out in the Nevada deserts, the only thing I worry about is the human animal and that's why I always have proper self protections tools, other than that I love it.

I like your thinking!

I believe the water reservoirs are used during forest fires for the helicopters and trucks to refill without goin long distance

If y'all are in Albuquerque, I would like to meet y'all!

Matt, Love the videos and have seen most. I ran into you at Oark Cafe a month or so ago and actually saw my rig on your video. My wife and I first experienced the Boston Mountains in January 2 years ago this week. The long views off into the bare trees, of the rocks everywhere with the beautiful green lichen is spectacular. It's January 24 and White Mountain is forecast to get 4 - 8 inches of snow. Please tell me your going to go out somewhere down there and shoot some content? Keep it up! Best regards Dave Nintyeight Jeep

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thanks! I wish I was. I'm helping a friend install a lift on his Gladiator tomorrow or I would be in the snow!! We are hitting the Ozarks this weekend but I doubt much snow will be hanging around. But water crossings should be up!!

@davebueker7016

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That lift kit will be there the day after tomorrow, the snow may not be. Just saying.

Love how you have the fire extinguisher mounted by the rear seat. Looks like it's on a molle panel, but I can't find a molle panel that goes there. Where did you get it?

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

It's from JCR Offroad

@michaelisherwood9096

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@@OzarkOverlandAdventures Awesome. Thanks for responding. So many KZread creators don't respond to comments.

*Wheeling peacefully through gorgeous scenery with some nice music playing Dji: THE HOME POINT HAS BEEN UPDATED PLEASE CHECK IT ON THE MAP 😂

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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😂😂

Enjoying your stuff. Just found you! I just watched the OOAT 5 day trip you did. I am wanting to hit it this summer, and I was wondering if the route you did was still "open"? Thank you so much!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Yes it’s still open.

When I get out I like to wheel hard or trail ride. Like to explore and ride good trails I have before. JUST WANNA BE IN THE WOODS!!!

Around the 30 minute mark you went through some mud holes. Did you check those out before you went through? It seems like in a recent video with Cara you got out and check them out so I was just wondering how you decide to check them out or just drive through them…

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

I did not check these. I could tell they weren't deep because there were no bypasses around them. lol

The ozarks look like a cool spot. But when I see how deep these holes are on 38’s - I wonder how my stock height rubicon would do.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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It would be fine. Just have to be careful after heavy rains and in the spring.

@jcblough

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@@OzarkOverlandAdventures drove past you the other day - your gladdy is a monster. Made mine look tiny.

Good video❤

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Thanks 😁

What would be a nice trail for a long weekend . In your area

35:15 "didn't die...almost died "

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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😂😂😂

As far as the going out solo thing, not sure why people give you flak about it, you know your jeeps capabilities and your skill. You are familiar with the terrain, and I have seen you say in a few videos that you aren’t going to hit an obstacle because you were solo. I’m lis you have a winch for self recovery if needed

That camp spot where you had lunch is a terrible spot honestly. I’ve stayed there twice and both times all night was side by sides and not enjoyable. Buuuut there is some big bass in that lake lol

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

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Very good to know.

Matt what fire extinguisher mount do you have? Thanks

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

They are from H3R Performance along with the fire extinguishers.

@johnhollis2565

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@@OzarkOverlandAdventures is it gladiator specific? Mount wise? Thanks

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

@@johnhollis2565 they are universal and have several options. My mount on the back of my rack is the mount that comes with their fire extinguishers. Inside my Gladiator I have another one on a quick release mount.

@johnhollis2565

Жыл бұрын

@@OzarkOverlandAdventures looking for one for the inside.

Just an idea. Why don't you rent your house out and keep it. Then when you are old and ready to slow down ya have somewhere to come back to. Just a thought.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Because we currently rent our house. lol.

where do you get your patches from?

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

My Ozark Overland Adventure Patches or all my patches in general?

What do you think about 99 to 2006 Suburban rigs? How much potential in your opinion do you think they have? Especially with people who have 3 or more kids?

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

I honestly have no experience with them so I'm not sure.

@Theorcman2008

Жыл бұрын

@@OzarkOverlandAdventures Oh ok. Well the only guy I know who uses one is Trove1. He is from your area. You should check him out on You Tube!

I think I’m THE FIRST watching this video hahahahaha

I like places that I can hunter ozark squirrels- 🐀

First.